ALPHONSE AREOLA NEWS

Concedes four including own goal Areola made four saves and allowed four goals, but also 1 an own goal in Saturday's 4-1 loss against Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact Areola had a rough outing Saturday as he conceded a season-high four goals, including an own-goal in the 55th minute. He has now conceded at least one goal in seven of his eight starts this season. He faces a more favorable matchup Sunday versus Manchester United, a side which has scored seven goals in eight matches this season.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Makes two saves in win Areola made two saves and conceded one goal during Saturday's 4-1 win over Ipswich.

Impact Areola couldn't do much to prevent Liam Delap's powerful turnaround shot from going in in the 6th minute but then he was solid when called into action throughout the rest of the contest. With 16 saves, 10 goals allowed and just one clean sheet over seven starts this season, the goalkeeper has been far from spectacular but his starting spot for upcoming matches still appears to be locked up.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Allows one Areola recorded two saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Brentford.

Impact Areola allowed a single goal while making three saves during Saturday's draw. In the last five matches, the keeper has allowed seven goals on 13 saves with a clean sheet. He is set to face Ipswich Town on Saturday, who have scored six goals in the last five contests.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles against cross town rivals Areola recorded two saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-0 loss against Chelsea.

Impact Areola allowed three goals in just two saves during the loss to Chelsea. This gives him eight goals conceded in the first five PL games, making 12 saves with a clean sheet. The keeper is set to travel to Brentford for the next game on Saturday, who have scored nine goals in the last five contests.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Allows one in draw Areola (back) made four saves and conceded one goal during Saturday's 1-1 draw against Fulham.

Impact Areola was questionable for this one after picking up a minor injury while he was with his national team but still made the starting XI. The goalkeeper couldn't do much to stop Raul Jimenez's close-range finish that opened the scoring in the 24th minute but other than that displayed a lot of safety between the posts. With 10 saves and five goals allowed over four league starts to begin the season, Areola will have a bigger challenge next Saturday as his team hosts London rivals Chelsea.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Back in XI Areola (back) is in the starting XI for Saturday's trip to Fulham.

Impact Areola picked up a minor back issue with France, but returned to his club with no restrictions. As expected, he's now straight back into the starting XI. Areola is the established number one, leaving Lukasz Fabianski on the bench.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Recovers ahead of Saturday Areola (back) has "recovered well" ahead of Saturday's trip to Fulham, per manager Julen Lopetegui.

Impact Areola had to be removed from the Manchester City match with a back injury. He did travel with the French national team over the break, having been an unused sub against both Italy and Belgium. Now that the keeper is deemed fit, he is expected to be an option against Fulham, where he's allowed four goals on six saves with a clean sheet in three PL appearances.

SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Injures back, still with France Areola was forced off the field at halftime of Saturday's 3-1 loss to Manchester City due to back issues, according to Harri Burton of West Ham Zone.

Impact Areola was presumed to have been taken off due to injury in Saturday's loss and that has now been proven true, with the goalie confirmed to be carrying back issues. The issues have been deemed as non-serious, as he is already traveling with France for their friendlies against Italy and Belgium over the international break. That said, he is likely to return in their next match following the break, with that being against Fulham on Sept. 14.

SEPTEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Two saves in clean sheet Areola kept a clean sheet while making two saves during Saturday's 2-0 win over Crystal Palace.

Impact Areola helped the Hammers claim all three points by blanking Palace for his first clean sheet of the season. The keeper has combined for three saves through the opening two matches with a difficult home clash against Manchester City next on the docket.

AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes twice in defeat Areola registered one save and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-1 loss versus Aston Villa.

Impact Areola was beaten twice in the season opener, once in each half. Both goals occurred from short-distance which left him without much time to react. The goalkeeper was also lucky not to allow a second goal in the first half as he was beaten by the attacker but missed an open shot and hit the post. Next, he'll face off against Crystal Palace, a team that scored once in their opening fixture.

AUGUST 18 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes twice in defeat Areola registered one save and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-1 loss versus Aston Villa.

Impact Areola was beaten twice in the season opener, once in each half. Both goals occurred from short-distance which left him without much time to react. The goalkeeper was also lucky not to allow a second goal in the first half as he was beaten by the attacker but missed an open shot and hit the post. Next, he'll face off against Crystal Palace, a team that scored once in their opening fixture.

AUGUST 18 • ROTOWIRE

Nine saves, three goals conceded Areola recorded nine saves and allowed three goals in Sunday's 3-1 defeat against Manchester City.

Impact Previously a backup for West Ham, Areola was promoted to West Ham's starting goalkeeper for the 2023-24 Premier League. He finished it with 138 saves, 53 goals conceded and four clean sheets across his 31 appearances. Areola will look to improve at the onset of his 2024-25 season though, considering he averaged more than multiple goals conceded across his last 14 appearances.

MAY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Unoccupied in victory Areola had no saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 3-1 win versus Luton Town.

Impact Areola did not make a save Saturday and allowed the lone Luton Town shot on target to find the back of the net as West Ham triumphed by a margin of 3-1. Areola has now started three matches since his return from a groin injury and has had mixed results. Over that span, he's conceded eight times and made 16 saves. Areola should be in net next Sunday as West Ham travel to take on Manchester City who have scored 16 goals in their most recent five matches.

MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Tough day in office Areola recorded nine saves and allowed five goals in Sunday's 5-0 defeat to Chelsea.

Impact Areola did not have the best time in the net Sunday, having to make nine saves while allowing five against Chelsea. He's started the last two games since returning from injury, conceding seven goals on 17 saves, The keeper Will face off against Luton Town on Sunday, who have scored six goals in the last five contests.

MAY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Own goal in draw Areola recorded seven saves and allowed two goals, but also an own goal in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Liverpool.

Impact Areola was brilliant denying Liverpool and he seemed like he could come away with the win before he scored an own goal. He has nobody but himself to blame for the draw, on both sides of the ball. Still the heroic showing in his first match back was yet another example of why Areola is the preferred option in the starting XI.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

In backup role Sunday Areola (groin) is available from the bench during Sunday's match against Crystal Palace.

Impact Areola returns from a groin injury which has kept him out of five straight matches for West Ham. The keeper will backup Lukasz Fabianski on Sunday, but could return to the starting XI as soon as next week against Liverpool.

APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time call Areola (groin) will be assessed ahead of Sunday's trip to Crystal Palace, according to manager David Moyes."Emerson and Lucas Paqueta will come back into contention, and Kalvin Phi...

Impact Areola missed out Thursday but was reportedly given the chance for late fitness tests there. He continues to hove right at the last step towards a return to the starting XI. If Areola can't go Sunday it would be Lukasz Fabianski in the starting XI once more.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful Thursday Areola (groin) trained Wednesday and will be a doubt for Thursday's clash with Leverkusen, according to manager David Moyes. "We've had Alphonse and Kalvin out there with us today...

Impact Areola is in training but a single day of training will make it tough for Areola to get back on the pitch Thursday. The goalkeeper is the starter when fit, but Lukasz Fabianski is a competent replacement and has done well when given the chance.

APRIL 17 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Sunday Areola (groin) is not in the squad to face Fulham on Sunday.

Impact Areola misses out on his third straight match in all competitions as he continues to recover from injury. Lukasz Fabianski remains in goal Sunday as Areola will hope to return in mid week for the Hammers' second leg Europa League matchup against Leverkusen.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Uncertain Sunday Areola groin) is a doubt for Sunday's clash with Fulham, according to manager David Moyes. "We're only just back today and the players have had a recovery session. I don't think we...

Impact Areola missed out mid-week due to the groin injury and has just three extra days to recover before getting back in Premier League action. Lukasz Fabianski is a more than competent goalkeeper and is a perfectly serviceable replacement if Areola is unable to go Sunday.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Areola (groin) is out for Thursday's clash with Leverkusen, according to manager David Moyes."Alphonse Areola isn't here."

Impact Areola suffered the groin injury during a 4-3 loss to Newcastle and is now out mid-week as well. The goalkeeper being sidelined will keep Lukasz Fabianski in net for Thursday's clash. Areola is a doubt at best for Sunday's clash with Fulham as well.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Groin issue confirmed Areola has been confirmed to have picked up a groin issue in Saturday's 4-3 loss to Newcastle, as manager David Moyes stated, "Alphonse Areola has hurt his groin so at the moment i...

Impact Areola appears to be heading to the injury report for some time, as he is now dealing with a groin issue after going down Saturday. Unfortunately for the club, this will leave them without their top option in net, with Lukasz Fabianski set to serve as the starter while he is out. The goalie still has yet to undergo further testing, so the severity and timetable for his return are unknown, although he will hope to be fit within the next two weeks to face Leverkusen in the UEL on April 11.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off at halftime Areola was forced off at halftime of Saturday's match against Newcastle.

Impact Areola picked up the injury at the end of the first half, but waited until halftime to come off the pitch being replaced by Lukasz Fabianski. More information about the extent of Areola's injury should be available following the match.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Makes four saves in draw Areola made four saves and conceded one goal during Sunday's 1-1 draw against Aston Villa.

Impact Areola displayed his usual safety between the posts, making at least four saves for the fifth time over the last six starts and looked on the verge of keeping his first clean sheet since Jan. 2. However, there came Nicolo Zaniolo to ruin his plans with a well-placed one-timed off a pass from the right to beat him and seal the 1-1 draw. Despite not being able to shut the opposition down a lot of times, Areola has still been one of EPL's top statistical performers as his 110 saves over 26 starts put him in second place among all EPL goalkeepers.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes two in draw Areola registered three saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Burnley.

Impact Areola conceded more than one goal for the fourth time in the last five league games. On the other hand, he also came up with at least three saves in each of those five appearances. Areola has not had a clean sheet since Jan. 2. Up next for West Ham in the Premier League is a meeting with Aston Villa on Sunday.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE